June
Manitowoc County Air Show



June
Cool City Cruise & Car Show



July
German Fest



August

Manitowoc County Fair



September
Kites Over Lake Michigan



September
Sputnik Fest




September
Ethnic Fest




October
Apple Fest




December
A Holiday In History

EVENTS
Click Here for the February Updated Calendar of Events (Printable Version)


FEBRUARY 2012
3 Karmadog, Greenpower Co-op (formerly Greenwoods), Cash
beverage bar, doors open at 6 pm, Music Starts at 7 pm, Fee
Charged, 920-629-3088
4 Lakeshore Guardians: The Story of the U.S. Lifesaving Service in Wisconsin, Wisconsin Maritime Museum, Dan Larson presents portions of documentary about heroic service of the past and how it became the Coast Guard, 1 pm, Fee Charged, 920-684-0218
5 Tour of the Bernard Schwartz House, 3425 Adams St.,
Two Rivers, Tours of the Frank
Lloyd Wright house last approx.
one hour. Space
is limited to 20 people and tends to fill up fast,
Fee Charged 3:00 pm, 612-840-7507 for reservations o
r email michael@theschwartzhouse.com
7 Full Moon Walk, Woodland Dunes Nature Center, Explore
winter landscape on this self guided hike, snowshoe or ski in
the moonlight, Some shoes are available to rent, call to reserve
shoes, trails are not groomed, 920-793-4007
8 The Wonder of It All: Why Don’t We Have Dinosaurs in
Wisconsin?,
Woodland Dunes Nature Center, Learn about
Wisconsin’s Geologic history with Dr. McKean, Assistant
Professor at St. Norbert College, focus is on the fossil record,
5:30-7 pm, for reservations call 793-4007
10 Mark Hubing, Greenpower Co-op (formerly Greenwoods), Cash
beverage bar, doors open at 6 pm, Music Starts at 7 pm, Fee
Charged, 920-629-3088
11 Lakeshore's Top Comic, Tower Tavern, 602 N. Water Street,
Liysa Callsen emcees this stand up show featuring local and
Midwest comics. Fee Charged, 7:30 pm, 920-682-3922
11 Victorian Tea, Manitowoc Heritage Center, Tea, desserts,
fashions and music from the Victorian Era as well as speaker
Jessica Machna. 1-3 pm, Fee Charged, pre-registration required, contact Amy Meyer at 920-684-4445
11 An Algoma Civil War Story, Wisconsin Maritime Museum, Mark Teske of Algoma shares his grandfather’s story of how he played a part in that turbulent time in history, 1 pm, Fee Charged, 920-684-0218
11 Inspired by Romance: Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra,
Capitol Civic Centre, A romantic concert perfect for Valentine’s
Day, Fee Charged, 7:30 pm, 920-323-4884
12,
26
Nook & Cranny Tours Aboard USS COBIA, Wisconsin Maritime
Museum, Spend two hours seeing areas of the submarine not
seen on normal tours, must be 16 or older, 2-4 pm, Fee Charged,
920-684-0218
16-
Mar 25
Franciscan Values Exhibit, Silver Lake College, Art exhibit,
920-686-6176
17,
18
Hooray for Hollywood, Agricultural Heritage Farm, Enjoy
humorous skits by the Kewaunee Young People’s Theater,
while having food and refreshments, Advanced tickets required,
920-388-0145,
18 Hearts a Fire Chili Cook-off, Behringer Room, J.E. Hamilton
Community House, Two Rivers, Make chili from 9 am-12 pm,
public sampling from 12-2 pm, judging from 2-3 pm. Donations
also accepted for new downtown Christmas decorations!
Fee Charged, 920-794-1482
18 Candlelight Night, Woodland Dunes Nature Center, Explore
winter landscape on this self guided hike, snowshoe or ski on
a Candlelit trail, Hot beverages inside and live music by Schmidt
Happens, Some shoes are available to rent, call to reserve shoes,
trails are not groomed, 6 pm-7 pm, 920-793-4007
18 Manitowoc Jaycees Beer Lovers Brewfest, Manitowoc County
Expo, Sample over 75 different Microbrews from around Wisconsin,
tickes go on sale at the beginning of January, Fee Charged, 5-9 pm,
920-682-2692
18 Guerilla Theatre, UW-Manitowoc, Students are given 16 hours
to create, rehearse, and perform plays. Adult content, not for kids,
Fee Charged, 920-683-4700
18 Nook & Cranny Tours Aboard USS COBIA, Wisconsin Maritime
Museum, Spend two hours seeing areas of the submarine not
seen on normal tours, must be 16 or older, 9 am, Fee Charged,
920-684-0218
19 Guest Artist Music Series, Silver Lake College, Join the
Milwaukee Children's Choir for an exceptional performance,
3 pm, 920-686-6176
24 Winter Choral & Instrumental Concert, Silver Lake College,
7:30 pm, 920-686-6176
24-
26
Fire & Ice Game Convention, Manitowoc County Expo, A little
game convention with BIG fun for everyone. All admission costs
are paid at the convention and doors open one hour before first
s
lot each day. Fee Charged
25 The Mysterious Loss of Pere Marquette 18, Wisconsin
Maritime Museum, Art Chavez gives a talk highlighting the
methodical search for the largest steel-hulled shipwreck on
Lake Michigan, 1 pm, Fee Charged, 920-684-0218
25 Murder Mystery Dinner, Silver Lake College, A dramatic
murder mystery for the wearin’ of the green. Eileen Sullivan
meets her demise in an evening including a delicious dinner
and murder mystery performance. Reservations before
Feb 13 required, 920-686-6163
25 Danny Gokey, Capitol Civic Centre, This former truck driver
and third-place finisher on "American Idol" in 2009, impressed
the judges with his versatility. He decided on country music
after being mentored by Randy Travis, Fee Charged, 7:30 pm,
920-683-2184


MARCH 2012
1-
3
Play it Again Sam, Capitol Civic Centre, “If you can’t be the
hero, it helps to have one. “The Masquers present this quirky
story of a nerdy wimp trying to be cool for the ladies. Fee
Charged, 7:30 pm, 920-682-2184, www.cccshows.org
2-3,
9-
10
27th Annual Bowl-A-Thon: Stars, Stripes & Strikes, Rudy’s
Lanes, Two Rivers, Big Brothers/Big Sisters sponsor “A Salute
to Our Troops” during this annual event. Fri 6 & 9 pm, and Sat
at 1, 4 & 7 pm, Preregister at 920-684-7445
3-
Apr 1
Youth Art Month, Rahr-West Art Museum, Infuse yourself with
the energy of youth. Manitowoc Public Schools, and Lincoln High School show off their talents. 920-686-3090
3 Woman’s Day, Manitowoc Heritage Center, Make history come
to life during this special woman’s history month program and
American Girl tea party. Fee Charged, 3 pm, 920-684-4445
3 Girl Scout Brownies “Love Water” Day, Wisconsin Maritime
Museum, this event will help you get your “Love Water” badge
while you have fun. 9:30 am- Noon, or 1-3:30 pm, Call Karen
or Wendy to reserve space for your troop at 920-684-0218
10 Rummage-A-Rama, Manitowoc County Expo, Join us for a community Rummage sale that will include Amish baked goods, pictures, clothing, antiques, games and more, 8:30 am- 2:30 pm, call the expo for more info at, 920-683-4378
10 UW-Manitowoc Lakeshore Wind Ensemble: The Winds of March, Capitol Civic Centre, Young artist competition winners Wesley Teply Community Service Award Presentation Armenian Dances, Part II, by
Alfred Reed, and symphony # IV, by Tchaikovsky, Fee charged,
7:30 pm, 920-683-2184
10 Lakeshore's Top Comic, Tower Tavern, 602 N. Water Street,
Liysa Callsen emcees this stand up show featuring local and
Midwest comics. Fee Charged, 7:30 pm, 920-682-3922
10-
11,
16-
17
Truly Irish, Palace of Reif Mills Dinner Event Theatre, Fee Charged,
Fri & Sat Shows at 7 pm, Sun Shows at 1 pm, 920-732-3172
12 The Great Green Treasure Hunt, Starts at Manitowoc Coffee,
Register between 9:00-9:30 am at Manitowoc Coffee where the
first clue will be revealed at 9:30am. Follow the clues as each is
released at the sponsoring locations. If you find Bob Irish you
could win part of $500!
14 Spring Choral & Instrumental Concert, Silver Lake College,
7:30 pm, 920-686-6176
14 The Wonder of It All: Amphibians of Woodland Dunes,
Woodland Dunes Nature Center, Learn about the natural
history of amphibians and learn to identify by sight and
sound the frogs and salamanders, 12:30-2:30 pm, for
reservations call 920-793-4007
16 Great TRivia Contest, J.E. Community House, Teams
of 8-10 compete against each other in nine rounds of trivia
from music to movies, TV to sports and everything in between.
Costumes welcome, snacks provided, and cash bar available,
Fee Charged, 6-10 pm, 794-1482
16-
18
2012 Ice Show, Manitowoc County Ice Center, Details TBA,
920-684-8496
16 St. Patrick's Day Parade, Downtown Manitowoc, Put on your
green and follow the rainbow to Downtown
for this yearly tradition.
Then walk over to the 8th St. Bridge for fireworks. FREE, 6:30pm
17 Family Fun Community Day, Wisconsin Maritime Museum,
Enjoy a day of games, galleries, and a Gato class submarine!
920-684-0218
17 Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood, Capitol Civic Centre,
Make a scene with the stars of “Whose Line Is It Anyway?”
Back by popular demand and ready to make you laugh
using suggestions from the audience. Fee Charged, 7:30 pm,
920-683-2184
23-25 2012 Home Builders Show, Manitowoc County Ice Center,
Seminars, Kid's Korner, and find out all the most recent news
about home building Fri 4-8 pm, Sat and Sun 10 am-4 pm,
920-684-6222
24 The Green Bay Packers-From Birth to Legend, Manitowoc
Heritage Center,Discover the fascinating history of the GBP
during this program. A catered meal will follow the program.
Advanced registration is required. Fee Charged, 5:30-7 pm,
920-684-4445
24 Music Through the Decades: The Clipper City Chordsmen,
Capitol Civic Centre, Join this barber shop quartet for harmonies,
and fun. Fee Charged, 7pm, 920-682-2184
25 Guest Artist Music Series Chalumeau Winds, Silver Lake
College, Guest Artist concert will provide a variety of musical
styles, from Baroque hrough contemporary. Clarinet, Flute,
French horn, Bassoon, and Oboe make up this woodwind
quintet. 920-686-6176
29-
Apr
28
Guest Exhibit, Silver Lake College, 920-686-6176
31 Grafting Fruit Trees, Woodland Dunes Nature Center,
Learn how to change your fruit trees to suit your needs.
Take home two semi-dwarf trees of your choice, scion
wood (fruit tree cuttings) provided. 12-2 pm, Fee Charged,
920-793-4007
31 Scion Wood Exchange, Woodland Dunes Nature
Center, Swap stories and trade scion wood from various
trees, bring as many cuttings as you wish. This event
immediately follows a grafting class, 2-4 pm, Free to the
public, 920-793-4007
31 Inspired by America: Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra,
Capitol Civic Centre, Explore the facets of our national experience
at a red-hot salute to America! Fee Charged, 7:30 pm, 920-323-4884


APRIL 2012
1 Tour of the Bernard Schwartz House, 3425 Adams St.,
Two Rivers, Tours of the Frank
Lloyd Wright house last approx.
one hour. Space
is limited to 20 people and tends to fill up fast,
Fee Charged 3:00 pm, 612-840-7507 for reservations
or email
michael@theschwartzhouse.com
4 Drew Nelson, Greenpower Co-op (formerly Greenwoods),
Cash beverage bar, doors open at 6 pm, Music Starts at
7 pm, Fee charged, 629-3088,
5-7 Resurrection Celebration, Capitol Civic Centre,
Yes, it is finally back for the first time since 2009.
Help celebrate the season with a brand new cast
and director, 920-683-2184
11 The Wonder of It All: ebird and Birding 101, Woodland Dunes
Nature Center, Learn about basic birding skills, and enjoy a
guided hike. Follow the hike learning about Cornell’s ebird
program. Fee Charged, 9-11 am, for reservations call
920-793-4007
14-
May
6
St. Francis of Assisi Schools Youth Art, Rahr-Art Museum,
Infuse yourself with the energy of youth. St. Francis of Assisi
Students will show off their talents at this annual exhibit.
920-686-3090
14 Wisconsin Lighthouses, Manitowoc Heritage Center, Talk given by Barb & Ken Wardius, authors and photographers of the book “Wisconsin Lighthouses—A Photographic and Historical Guide.” Talk will be followed by a catered meal, 5:30-7 pm, Fee Charged, pre registration required, contact Amy Meyer @ 920-684-4445
14 Allen & Mara Bonde & the Lakeshore Big Band, Capitol Civic
Centre, This father/daughter duo will be the featured piano and vocal
soloists Accordionist Jerry Krueger will join in for a fun-filled concert
finale. Fee Charged, 7:30 pm, 920-683-2184
15 Chris Darby, Greenpower Co-op (formerly Greenwoods),
Cash beverage bar, doors open at 6 pm, Music Starts at
7 pm, Fee charged, 920-629-3088
15 Celebrate Earth Day with Bubble-ology!, Point Beach Energy
Center, Become a master soapy scientist. Learn how to make a
square bubble, bubbles inside bubbles, and more. Shows at noon
1:30 and 3 pm. Join in kite flying with Unique Flying Objects. FREE,
755-6400 or 800-880-8463
20-
22
Clipper City Model Railroad Club Spring Open House, Iron
Horse Barn, Manitowoc County Expo Grounds, come see 600
feet of track, toy trains and models, Fri. 5-8 pm, Sat. and Sun.
10 am-4 pm, 920-684-5833
21 Theatreworks USA: Charlotte's Web, Capitol Civic Centre,
E.B. White's loving story of the friendship between a pig named
Wilbur and a little gray spider named Charlotte, Fee Charged,
1 & 4 pm, 920-683-2184
22 Girls Make History Day, Wisconsin Maritime Museum, girl are
invited to bring a doll and an adult to our history party! Hands-
on activites will connect the history of the dolls with maritime
themes along with a “tea party,” 11 am-3 pm, Reservation
required, Fee Charged, 920-684-0218
25 The Glass Menagerie, UW-Manitowoc, Classic theatre piece
about memory, family struggle and longing. Presented in Black
Box format, Fee Charged, 7:30 pm, 920-683-4700,
25, May,
2, 9,
16
Spring has Sprung Herbal Series: Shoots, Sprouts and
Flowers
, Woodland Dunes Nature Center, Learn about
medicinal and edible plants along with the lore. Part of a
4 part series, Fee Charged, 920-793-4007
26-
28
Heart-a-Rama, J.E. Hamilton Community House, Two
Rivers, Enjoy a show that makes fun of life on the Lakeshore,
920-682-5586,
27 Spring Instrumental Concert, Silver Lake College, 7:30 pm,
920-686-6176
28 Patchouli, Greenpower Co-op (formerly Greenwoods),
Cash beverage bar, doors open at 6 pm, Music Starts at
7 pm, Fee charged, 629-3088,
28 Inspired by All That Jazz: Manitowoc Symphony Orchestra,
Capitol Civic Centre, Randy Sabien is a master of every pop style
and will have something to delight every musical taste, Fee Charged,
7:30 pm, 920-323-4884, www.cccshows.org
28 Spring Choral Concert, Silver Lake College, 7:30 pm,
920-686-6176
28-
July
8
The New Island Project, Rahr West Art Museum, Vivid Landscapes, seascapes and historical objects recovered from and island created by artist Lee Mothes. 686-3090
28-29 30th Annual Ant Hill Mob Show & Dance, Manitowoc
County Expo, Annual Northeastern Wisconsin Charity
Motorcycle Show and Dance,
Sat 10 am-9 pm, Sun
10 am-4 pm, 920-684-0237
29 Music on the Farm, Kewaunee Heritage Farm, Listen
to Orv Konop Band while enjoying Heritage Food, 1-5 pm,
920-388-0604

MAY 2012
1 Rogers Street Fishing Village opens for the Season, Two Rivers, This historic Village includes the Coast Guard Museum, the North Pier Lighthouse, and information about the Rouse Simmons Christmas Tree Ship, Fee Charged, 920-793-5905
1 Pinecrest Historical Village Opens for the Season, Visit this
wonderful turn of the century village with over 25 historical buildings
from Manitowoc County, Fee Charged, 9 am-4 pm, 920-684-4445
2, 9,
16
Spring has Sprung Herbal Series: Shoots, Sprouts and
Flowers
, Woodland Dunes Nature Center, Learn about medicinal
and edible plants along with the lore. Part of a 4 part series, Fee
Charged, 920-793-4007
3-
5
Heart-a-Rama, J.E. Hamilton Community House, Two Rivers,
Enjoy a show that makes fun of life on the Lakeshore,
920-682-5586
5 Walk MS Manitowoc-Two Rivers 2012, Manitowoc Lutheran High School, Join the Movement by registering today! Registration 9 am, Walk 10 am, 800-242-3358 or www.wisMS.org
5 An American Salute: All that Jazz, Capitol Civic Centre,
The Lakeshore Wind Ensemble presents an Ellington Portrait
American Jazz Suite, Sinfornia Concertante for Saxophone
Quartet, and The Kay Gainacopoulos Saxophone Quartet,
Fee Charged, 920-683-2184
5-
6
Horse-A-Rama, Manitowoc County Expo, The best equine
entertainment, education and trade show in Northeast Wisconsin!
Our 24th annual event will feature ranch sorting & barrel races,
dancing horse, drill team & breed demonstration, plenty of
vendors & seminars, and a HUGE 4-H used tack consignment
area,call Kay Trost for details, 920-242-4416
10-
12
The Sound of Music, Capitol Civic Centre, The Masquers
present this production based on the
life of Maria von Trapp
and her family, Fee Charged,
7:30 pm, 920-682-2184
12 Share the Past Bus Tour of Manitowoc County, Manitowoc County Heritage Center, Join us on this day-long bus trip as we explore Manitowoc County's historical treasures, enjoy a catered lunch and connect with our heritage, Fee Charged, Advanced Registration Required 9 am-4 pm, 920-684-4445
12
June
3
Olympian Conference High School Art Exhibit, Rahr West Art Museum, Includes a highly selective number of artworks from area schools 920-686-3090
18-
19
Mishicot Village-Wide Rummage Sale, Bargain hunters’
paradise. Lists of items and addresses available at
www.mishicot.org, 920-755-3411
18, 20 36th Annual Midwestern Model Ships & Boats Contest
and Display
, Wisconsin Maritime Museum, Enjoy the longest
running ships & boats model contest in the nation by joining
us for this weekend! 920-686-0218
24 S.S. Badger Carferry Sailing Season Begins, 800-841-4243
24-26 Llama Shearing Days and Bahr Creek Fiber Open House,
Bahr Creek Llamas & Fiber Studio, Cedar Grove, Come watch
the llamas get their annual haircuts and visit the angora goats
and fiber displays, food available, FREE 10 am-5 pm, 920-668-6417
25-
26
28-Boat Submariners Reunion and USS Lagarto Remembrance,
Wisconsin Maritime Museum, Visit with submariners and shipyard
workers who served on or built the Manitowoc submarines. Attend
the USS Lagarto Remembrance Ceremony on Saturday afternoon.
920-686-0218
27 LondonDairy Alpaca Odyssey, 6827 Hwy 147, Two Rivers,
Bring the whole family out to an enchanted day at an alpaca farm.
FREE and Open to the Public, 10 am-3 pm, 920-793-4165,
27 NEWPHA WApHC Open Horse Show, Manitowoc County Expo,
Northeastern Wisconsin Pleasure Horse Association presents
a series of open horse shows, held throughtout the summer, 8 am,
920-682-9669
28 Old Fashioned Pie and Ice Cream Social, Manitowoc Heritage
Center, Watch the parade and stop in for homemade pies, ice cream
and refreshments, 9 am, 920-684-4445
28 Memorial Day Parade, 8th Street in Downtown Manitowoc,
9 a.m., 920-482-1643
30 Music on the Farm, Kewaunee Heritage Farm, Listen
to Jerry Krueger Band while enjoying Heritage Food,
6-10 pm, 920-388-0604

JUNE 2012
2 Breakfast in the Forest, Point Beach State Forest, Two Rivers,
Feast on a hot breakfast while enjoying the sights and sounds
of the forest. Included with annual open house, 794-7480,
2 Balloon Glow, Manitowoc County Airport, Fun Flight
Fiesta and Night Show, your admission to the Airshow
gets you in to this event for free! Enjoy music and food
under the Big Top, and beautiful hot air balloons outside.
Fee Charged, 5:30 pm, 920-482-1650
2-
3
Thunder on the Lakeshore, Manitowoc County Airport,
Northeast Wisconsin’s Premier Airshow featuring top military
and professional aerobatic performers, US & Canadian military
jets
& helicopters, entertainment for the whole family! Hot Air
Balloons launch Saturday & Sunday at sunrise, Fee Charged,
7 am-5 pm, 920-482-1650
2-
3
Wisconsin Carp Championship, Two Rivers, catch and
release fishing tournament from the shoreline on the banks
of the East and West Twin Rivers, 920-
246-3434
2-
3
Carp Fest, Central Park, Two Rivers,
Enjoy live music, food, refreshments, 920-793-5905
2-
3
Free Fishing Weekend, Throughout Wisconsin. Fish
without a license, all the waters of the state are open,
including state waters of the Great Lakes and rivers
bordering Wisconsin.
3 NEWPHA Branch River Riders Horse Show, Manitowoc
County Expo, Northeastern Wisconsin Pleasure Horse
Association presents a series of open horse shows, held
throughtout the summer, 8 am, 920-682-2425
3 Tour of the Bernard Schwartz House, 3425 Adams St.,
Two Rivers, Tours of the Frank
Lloyd Wright house last approx.
one hour. Space
is limited to 20 people and tends to fill up fast,
Fee Charged 3:00 pm, 612-840-7507 for reservations
or email
michael@theschwartzhouse.com
9 22nd Annual Manitowoc Garden Fair, Washington Park,
Manitowoc, Gardener's paradise! Featuring annuals, perennials,
herbs, garden art, fine crafts, antiques, statuary, furniture and
food, rain or shine, FREE, 10 am-3:30 pm. 920-682-2050
9 Old Wisconsin, Manitowoc Heritage Center, Erika Janik will
share some fun and surprising stories of the people, places,
and events of Wisconsin’s past that you didn’t learn in school.
Advanced registration is required. Fee Charged, 5:30-7 pm,
920-684-4445
9 Shoreline Cruise on S.S. Badger, Join us for food, polka music,
and a lovely 2 hour cruise on Lake Michigan, Fee Charged,
800-841-4243
10 Performance Posse 4-H Club Open Gymkhana Horse Show,
Manitowoc County Expo, Open gymkhana/speed horse show
featuring barrel racing, pole bending, plug races , and more!
8 am, FREE to watch, 920-905-5606
10 Breakfast on the Farm, Greendale Dairy LLC, 9605 Greendale
Road, Kiel, More details TBA, Fee Charged, 8 am-12 pm, 683-4168
15-16 Metro Jam, Washington Park, Manitowoc, Join us for this yearly,
weekend long, music event that always features a variety of music
styles, and sure-to-please entertainment, More details to come,
920-683-5980,
16 8th Annual Great Lakeshore Tractor Rally, Agricultural
Heritage Farm, Hop on you tractor and travel 40 miles of
scenic country roads stopping for lunch along the way!
If you don’t have a tractor you can ride along in a ‘covered’
wagon, 920-388-0145
16 Blue Sky Hour, Greenpower Co-op (formerly Greenwoods),
Cash beverage bar, doors open at 6 pm, Music Starts at
7 pm, Fee charged, 629-3088,
16 Old Fashioned Carpentry Workshop, Pinecrest Historical Village,
Create an old fashioned tool box to take home using the historic
tools in Pinecrest’s carpentry shop, Fee Charged, 9 am-4 pm,
920-684-4445
16-
Sept
9
Women from Subjects to Creators, Rahr West Art Museum,
Explore the shift of women in the arts from subjects to creators,
including works from the permanent collection by Rembrandt
Peale, Georgia O- Keeffe, Winifred Godfrey and more, 686-3090
20 Music on the Farm, Kewaunee Heritage Farm, Listen
to Mark Jirikovec Band while enjoying Heritage Food,
6-10 pm, 920-388-0604
21-
24
2012 Parade of Homes, Various locations throughout the county,
920-684-6222,
22-
24,
29-30
The New Champagne Variety Hour, Palace of ReifMills Dinner
Event Theatre, Fee Charged, Fri & Sat Shows at 7 pm, Sun
Shows at 1 pm, 920-732-3172
23 Homegrown Heritage Breakfast, Pinecrest Historical Village,
Visit Pinecrest Historical Village and enjoy a delicious breakfast
of Manitowoc County foods in support of local history preservation,
Fee Charged, 8
am-10 am, 920-684-4445
24 NEWPHA SAHA Open Horse Show, Manitowoc County Expo, Northeastern Wisconsin Pleasure Horse Association presents
a series of open horse shows, held throughout the summer,
8 am, 715-526-9246
28 Ice Cream Sundae Thursday, Two Rivers Central Park,
Help celebrate the Birthplace of the Ice Cream Sundae,
serving $.25 ice Cream Sundaes, live music, children's
events and more, 920-793-5590
29-
30,
July 1
Northeastern Wisconsin Great Lakes Sport Fishermen (NEWGLSF) Salmon Derby, Manitowoc Marina, 920-682-0508
29-
July
1
River Rendezvous, Manitowoc Lakeshore & Wisconsin
Maritime Museum, Take a tour or a cruise on the schooner,
get a group of friends or co-workers together to compete in
our Build-a-Boat competition, take a paddle in a voyageur
canoe, and more! 920-686-0218
29 Cool City Classic Car Cruise from UW-Manitowoc to
Downtown Two Rivers, Check out all the cars during this
annual parade. Last years lasted about
an hour and included
about 400 cars, FREE to watch, Fee to participate, starts
at
6 pm, 920-794-1351
30 Cool City Classic Car Show, Downtown Two Rivers,
Over 200 beautiful classic cars will be parked along 5 blocks
downtown, entertainment and food booths make this a fun
family activity, Free admission to view; fee to show vehicles,
9am-3 pm 794-1482,
FREE to view, Fee for show cars,
920-794-1351
30 7th Annual Luncheon & Style Show, Agricultural Heritage
Farm, Dress up, grab your hat or come as you are and enjoy
the hospitality hour featuring wines, lunch, and entertainment,
at this themed luncheon, 920-388-0145


JULY 2012
2-8 2012 U.S. Women’s Open Championship, Black Wolf Run,
Sheboygan, Blackwolf Run is re-opening both the River and
Meadow Valleys courses after a two year renovation and will
host the U.S. Women’s Open again in 2012. This Open will
be the second USGA Championship staged at Blackwolf Run.
The 1998 U.S. Women's Open at Blackwolf Run was won by
Se Ri Pak.
4 Two Rivers 4th of July Celebration, Walsh Field, music & concessions, 6 pm-dusk, fireworks at dusk, 920-793-5590,
4 Manitowoc City Picnic & Fireworks, Washington Park,
12-4 pm, fireworks at dusk on Manitowoc lakefront,
920-683-4530.
14 Krazy Daze, Downtown Manitowoc, Join us for this annual
Manitowoc tradition. Stroll Manitowoc’s downtown area for
great bargains, entertainment and food, 8 am-5 pm, 920-684-3006
14 German Fest, Pinecrest Historical Village, Celebrate
our area’s heritage with traditional crafts, activities, and
demonstrations from Noon-5 pm and an evening dance
from 4 pm-7 pm, 684-4445
14 Ladies' Fest, von Stiehl Winery, Algoma, Commemorative
Wine Glass f illed up twice, a Truffle, Cuisine, & Mini Massage!
Shopping fair and local cuisine, Fee Charged, 11 am-7 pm,
800-955-5208
14-15 NE District 4-H Open Horse Show, Manitowoc County Expo,
Two-day open horse show featuring english & western halter,
showmanship and pleasure riding events on Sat, gymkhana/
speed events on Sun, 8 am, 920-863-3102
16 8th Annual Tractor Rally, Agricultural Heritage Farm, Hop
on you tractor and travel 40 miles of scenic country roads
stopping for lunch along the way! If you don’t have a tractor
you can ride along in a ‘covered’ wagon, 920-388-0145
20 Evening in the Garden, Aurora Medical Center, Enjoy live
music, excellent cuisine, and beautiful surroundings of the
Healing Garden, 6-10 pm, Fee Charged, 920-794-5158
20-22 Two Rivers Fish Derby & Festival, Walsh Field, Live music,
Fish Fantasy Parade on Sat. at 1 pm, children's activities, food,
raffles, over $10,000 in prizes, Fri 9 am thru Sun at 3 pm, Fish
Fantasy Parade July 21, Five live bands throughout the weekend. East side of Two Rivers and Neshotah Park, 920-553-3956,
21 Manitowoc county 4-H Open Horse Show, Manitowoc County Expo,
Two-day open horse show featuring english & western halter,
showmanship and pleasure riding events on Sat, gymkhana/
speed events on Sun, 8 am, 920-493-3349
21-22 Acoustic Fest, Washington Park, Manitowoc, showcasing
diverse and accomplished acoustic musicians, including
local artists, 11 am-9 pm
21-22 Scenic Shore 150 Bike Tour, 2-day cycling event that is
open to riders of all ages and abilities and fund raiser for the
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 800-261-7399 ex 4226
21 USS COBIA Family Overnight, Wisconsin Maritime Museum,
reservations required, 7 pm-8 am, 920-684-0218
25 Music on the Farm, Kewaunee Heritage Farm, Listen
to Bob Kuether Band while enjoying Heritage Food,
6-10 pm, 920-388-0604
26-
29
Riverfest, Mishicot Village Park, FREE, 920-755-3411
27,
28
Relay for Life, Two Rivers High School, Fundraiser for the
American Cancer Society, begins at 6 pm and ends at 10 am,
920-323-3017 or 920-242-6008
28-
29
Manitowalk in the Park XII-Disk Gold Tournament,
Silver Creek Park and Lower Cato Falls Parks, More than
200 players go for $25,000 in cash and prizes, spectators
are welcome, 8 am-6 pm, 920-629-9997l
28-
Aug
19
Members and Manitowoc County Artists Exhibit, Rahr-West
Art Museum, Local artists and RWAM membership showcase their artistic talents. 686-3090


AUGUST 2012
3, 11 USS COBIA Family Overnight, Wisconsin Maritime Museum,
reservations required, 7 pm-8 am, 920-684-0218
3 Community Care Day, Two Rivers, Provides an opportunity
for residents and visitors to have a closer look at the groups
and organizations that provide health, safety and services to
our community
3 Maxwell Street Day and Ping Pong Ball Drop, Downtown
Two Rivers, Visit merchants' downtown for great buys, and grab
a Ping Pong Ball for even more savings, 920-794-1482
3-5 Lakeshore Weekend, Manitowoc Lakefront, Benifit for
Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, music, games, raffles,
pancake breakfast, food booths, and fun children’t activities,
920-683-0202
4-5 Czech Fest/ Kolache Fest, Agricultural Heritage Farm,
Welcome to the largest Czech Festival in Northeastern
Wisconsin! Two day and evenings of Czech food, Kolache
baking demonstrations and sales, Czech music, beer gardens,
vendors and displays. Sunday Polka Mass followed by dinner
and music, 920-388-0145
5 Tour of the Bernard Schwartz House, 3425 Adams St., Two
Rivers, Tours of the Frank
Lloyd Wright house last approx. one
hour. Space
is limited to 20 people and tends to fill up fast, Fee
Charged 3:00 pm, 612-840-7507 for reservations
or email michael@theschwartzhouse.com
10-
11
Rogers Street Days, Rogers Street Fishing Village, Two Rivers,
A museum fundraiser and community celebration featuring live
music, smelt, burgers, brats, beverages, crawfish, kayak parade
and games for kids, Fri: 5-10 pm, Sat: Noon-10 pm, 920-793-5905
11 Village Fair, Pinecrest Historical Village, Join in the re-creation
of an 1870’s county fair with livestock judging, games, contests,
guest speakers, and historic trade demonstrations, Fee Charged,
10 am-4 pm, 920-684-4445
11 Lakeshore Nights Car Show, Walsh Field, Two Rivers, An event
for all car enthusiasts! Early bird, long distance & club participation
plaques, door prizes, 50/50 raffle and best of show, dunk tank and
tire tossing contest, 8 am-3 pm, 920-794-7402
12 NEWPHA Finale Open Horse Show, Manitowoc County Expo,
Northeastern Wisconsin Pleasure Horse Association presents
the last of series of open horse shows, held throughout the
summer, 8 am, 920-606-5230
17-
19,
24-25
Grandpa's Good Old Days, Palace of Reif Mills Dinner Event
Theatre, Fee Charged, Fri & Sat Shows at 7 pm, Sun Shows at
1 pm, 920-732-3172
21 Grande Mariner Cruise Ship docks near the Wisconsin
Maritime Museum, 8 a.m.-8pm
21-
26
2012 Manitowoc County Fair, Manitowoc County Expo,
Experience being entertained while learning! Ag exhibits,
Youth exhibits, displays, rides, musical entertainment,
and food makes this year's county fair a don't miss family
event. 920-683-4378
20 Music on the Farm, Kewaunee Heritage Farm, Listen
to Mark Jirikovec Band while enjoying Heritage Food,
6-10 pm, 920-388-0604
24-26 Moosefest, Smiling Moose Saloon and Grill, Osman, 920-726-4311


SEPTEMBER 2012
1-
2
Kites Over Lake Michigan, Neshotah Beach, Two Rivers,
Fun festival for everyone, featuring huge show kites flying
over the lake, banners along the beach, kite demos, events
for the kids, Sat night kite fly and bonfire on the beach,
920-793-9599
7-9 Campfest, Manitowoc County Expo, Family camping
event that offers music, food, games and activities designed
to let Expo customers know how much their business is
appreciated, Fee Charged, 920-434-2380
8 6th Annual Pig to Pig Walk, Fox’s Piggly Wiggly Manitowoc
& Two Rivers Piggly Wiggly, This 6 mile walk/run along beautiful
Lake Michigan on Mariner’s Trail includes door prizes, food and
refreshments, music, and a raffle before the walk! For Habitat for
Humanity. Fee Charged, 920-682-4931 or 920-794-8931
8 Lobsterfest, Washington Park, Manitowoc, join us for
a traditional “Live” Maine Lobster dinner. Live entertainment,
50/50 cash raffles every hour, theme table competitions and
non-lobster food served all evening along with your favorite
beverages. Come join your friends for a wonderful evening
of fun, 4-9 pm, 920-758-9196
8 Sputnikfest, Rahr-West Art Museum, This quirky festival
commemorates the Russian Sputnik IV satellite piece that
landed here in Manitowoc in 1962. Festivities include family
activities, costume contest, Miss Space Debris Pageant,
food, juried art fair, entertainment and lot more spacey fun!
920-686-3090,
8 Annual FFA Tractor Pull, Agricultural Heritage Farm, Join us for this
fun event Sponsored by the Kewaunee FFA Alumni
920-388-0145
8-9 Tractor Show & Thresheree, Newton Firefighter’s Park,
steam engines, vintage farm tractors, motors, horse-mule
demonstrations, blacksmith, garden tractors, kids activities,
antique trucks and automobiles. Breakfast is from 8- 10 am
both days. Lunch is 11 am-7 pm Sat, and 11 am-4 pm on Sun
14-16 AKC Agility Trial, Manitowoc County Kennel Club,
40 Albert Dr., Join us for an American Kennel Club Agility
Trial., Fri 4-8 pm, Sat & Sun 8 am-4 pm, 920-684-1911
15 Kurtz’s Oktoberfest, Downtown Two Rivers, beer
tent and festivities to celebrate the harvest,
11 am-8 pm, 920-793-1222
15 Ethnic Fest, Downtown Two Rivers,Come for the music
and dance, enjoy the food and shop the many vendors
selling items from every continent. Parade, food, live
entertainment, FREE, 9 am-5 pm, 794-1482
15-
16
Wet Whistle Wine Fest, von Stiehl Winery, Algoma, Grape
Stomp, Wine Tasting, Music by The Groove Hogs (reunion
concert) and more! Specialty Foods
& Fine Art Fair, Fee
Charged, Fri 3-7 pm, Sat 10 am-
6 pm, 800-955-5208
22 Walk for Kindness, Lakeshore Humane Society, Bring your dog or treat one from the shelter to a 1 mile walk through Lincoln Park and back, rain or shine. Fee to walk and donations encouraged. 920-684-5401
22-
23
Agricultural Heritage Days, Luxemburg Fair Grounds, Kewaunee, Old time threshing, tractor pulling, dinners prepared by our Heritage cooks
on old time cook stoves! 920-323-3323
22-23 National Alpaca Farm Days, LondonDairy Alpaca Ranch,
6827 Hwy 147, Two Rivers, Bring the whole family out to an
enchanted day at an alpaca farm. FREE and Open to the
Public, 10 am- 3 pm, 920-793-4165
20 Music on the Farm, Kewaunee Heritage Farm, Listen
to Musical Brass while enjoying Heritage Food,
6-10 pm, 920-388-0604


OCTOBER 2012
5,
12,
19,
26
4th Annual Maritime History Ghost Walk, Wisconsin Maritime
Museum, This is a unique Halloween experience.
Hear true Lake Michigan tales with an eerie twist.
Not for small children, Call for reservations, 920-684-0218
6-28 The Art of Tablesettings, Rahr-West Art Museum, Table
arrangements created by community members is a treasured
icon of thematic displays that bring back memories and offer
new ideas, 920-686-3090
6 Applefest, Two Rivers Central Park, Come celebrate the harvest
with fresh apples, deserts, crafts, entertainment and more! 9 am-
5 pm, 920-794-1482
6 Harvest Fest/Manitowalker, Downtown Manitowoc, Start the
day with a walking or running race. Then enjoy events throughout
downtown including sales at quaint shops, the farmers market,
and entertainment, 8 am-4 pm, Free, 920-482-1643,
6 Enchanted Forest, Woodland Dunes Nature Center, Two Rivers,
Wear your costumes or warm clothing for a self-guided outdoor
hike and indoor refreshments, apple-bobbing and holiday fun
(educational event, not a scary one) times given when you
pre-register, Fee Charged, 920-793-4007
7 Oktoberfest, Agricultural Heritage Farm, Father Bill will give
a Polka Mass, then go to the ‘tapping of the keg’, enjoy German
music, food, bakery, demonstrations, exhibits, and a dance with
the Jerry Voelker Band, 920-388-0145
7 Tour of the Bernard Schwartz House, 3425 Adams St., Two
Rivers, Tours of the Frank
Lloyd Wright house last approx. one
hour. Space
is limited to 20 people and tends to fill up fast, Fee
Charged 3:00 pm, 612-840-7507 for reservations
or email michael@theschwartzhouse.com
13 Night of Astronomy, Rogers Street Fishing Village,
More Details to Come, 7 pm, 920-793-5905
13 Blacksmithing Workshop, Pinecrest Historical Village,
Learn the basic techniques of blacksmithing and create
your own project to take home. Advanced registration is
required, Fee Charged, 9 am-4 pm, 920-684-4445
14 S.S. Badger Carferry Sailing Season Ends,
800-841-4243, www.ssbadger.com
18 Frank J. Hess & Sons Cooperage, Pinecrest Historical Village,
Discover the story, the artifacts and the tools used for manufacturing
white oak barrels used by Wisconsin Breweries of the past.
Fee Charged, 9 am-4 pm, 920-684-4445
20 Owlfest, Woodland Dunes Nature Center, Two Rivers, See charming saw-whet owls, learn about raptors from an expert, participate in nature hikes and children’s activities, learn from displays, watch owl-banding demos and enjoy refreshment. Fee Charged, 8 am-noon, 920-793-4007
20 25th Annual Pumpkinfest, Downtown Mishicot, Fun day
with music, food, games, pumpkin pancakes at the school,
Clydesdale Horse & Wagon rides, arts
& crafts, Giant Pumpkin
Weigh-off, pumpkin baking contest, pumpkin carving & decorating
contest,
& parade at noon, 8 am-4 pm, FREE, 920-755-2525
23-25 LondonDairy Alpaca Ranch Holiday Open House,
6827 Hwy 147, Two Rivers, Bring the whole family
out to an enchanted day at an alpaca farm. FREE
and open to the public, 10 am- 3 pm, 920-793-4165
24 Pinecrest Historical Village Closes for the Season,
920-684-4445,
26-
28,
Nov
2-3
Bonkers for the Badger State, Palace of Reif Mills
Dinner Event Theatre, Fee Charged, Fri & Sat Shows at 7 pm,
Sun Shows at 1 pm, 920-732-3172
27 2nd Annual Monster Dash, Aurora Medical Center, Exciting
5K run/walk whtat includes a classic road race for 1.5 miles
then run the final half of the race on the scenic trails of Woodland
Dunes and Ice Age Trail, 8 am registration, Fee Charged,
920-794-5158
31 Spooky Spectacular, Walsh Field, Two Rivers,
6:30-8 pm, 920-793-5593


NOVEMBER 2012
10 Speak Up: History of Wisconsin Radio, Pinecrest
Historical Village, Randall Davidson provides the first
comprehensive history of the University of WI radio
station, WHA; affiliated with WLBL & post WWII FM
stations that became Wisconsin Public Radio.
5:30-7 pm, Fee Charged, pre registration required,
contact Amy Meyer at 920-684-4445
21 Lakeshore Holiday Parade, Downtown Manitowoc,
6:30 pm, 920-686-6980
21-
Jan 6
Christmas in the Mansion, Rahr-West Art Museum,
Beautiful displays in a splendid Victorian Mansion setting.
Each room is decorated by talented area volunteers,
offering a visual feast. 920-686-3090
23,
24
Rouse Simmons Day: 100 Year Celebration , Rogers Street
Fishing Village, Two Rivers, commemorating the Rouse Simmons
Christmas Tree Ship, 10 am reception and tour of the Museum,
1 pm, reenactment of the Rouse Simmons Arrival, Fri includes
2 & 7 pm Musical “The Christmas Schooner” as well as a
German Dinner (reservations required) and Sat includes Reception,
a visit with Santa, decorated trees and at 5:30 pm a Christmas
Parade Call 920-793-5905 or 920-794-7897 for reservations and more
information
24 Santa Saturdays, Downtown Manitowoc, Local businesses
will be decking the halls for this yearly event. Meet Santa, who
will be visiting shops Sat mornings, and in his workshop Sat
afternoons! FREE, 920-686-9259
24 Christmas Fantasy Parade, Downtown Two Rivers, The parade travels along Washington Street from 22nd Street to 16th Street, Santa is always on the last float, Join Santa after the parade in the J.E. Hamilton Community House, and have a hot chocolate! 5:30 pm, 920-794-1482
30 Wonder of Christmas, Trinity Alliance Church, 3121 Nagle Ave.,
Manitowoc, View over 500 Nativity Scenes of all sizes and from
all over the world. Free, Fri & Sat 10 am-7 pm, Sun Noon-4:30 pm,
group tours available, call to schedule, 920-684-0828


DECEMBER 2012
TBA Christmas at the Museum, Mishicot Historical Museum,
Delightful decorations and musical performances by local
talent. Details TBA, 920-755-3411
1 Christmas in the Village, Downtown Mishicot, Craft show
at Mishicot VFW, FREE, 920-755-2525
1 Christmas in the Country, Agricultural Heritage Farm, Visit
Santa, make tree ornaments, shop for your holiday cookies
and candies and have lunch amongst the festive country
decorations. 920-388-0145
1, 8,
15
Santa Saturdays, Downtown Manitowoc, Local businesses
will be decking the halls for this yearly event. Meet Santa, who
will be visiting shops Sat mornings, and in his workshop Sat
afternoons! FREE, 920-686-9259
1-2,
9-11
Wonder of Christmas, Trinity Alliance Church, 3121 Nagle Ave.,
Manitowoc, View over 500 Nativity Scenes of all sizes and from
all over the world. Free, Fri & Sat 10 am-7 pm, Sun Noon-4:30 pm,
group tours available, call to schedule, 920-684-0828
2 Tour of the Bernard Schwartz House, 3425 Adams St., Two
Rivers, Tours of the Frank
Lloyd Wright house last approx. one
hour. Space
is limited to 20 people and tends to fill up fast, Fee
Charged 3:00 pm, 612-840-7507 for reservations
or email michael@theschwartzhouse.com
7-
8,
14-
16
A Cowboy Christmas, Palace of Reif MillsDinner Event Theatre, Fee Charged, Fri & Sat Shows at 7 pm, Sun Shows at 1 pm, 920-732-3172,
8-
Jan
20
Ladies of the Lake Quilts, Rahr-West Art Museum, Join this local quilting group in presenting a variety of quilting patterns and designs.
8 Christmas Tree Ship Celebration, Wisconsin Maritime Museum, Celebrate Christmas in a nautical way! Learn about schooners, Santa arrives on a boat with Christmas trees, and make a craft too! 920-684-0218
8 A Holiday in History, Pinecrest Historical Village, Celebrate the holiday traditions of the past with sleigh rides, live holiday music, beautiful decorations and family activities in our stove-heated buildings. Fee Charged, 11 am-3 pm, 920-684-4445